Nurse (RN/LPN)

Responsibilities

• Provides care as defined within the scope of the state’s Nurse Practice Act using sound judgment and critical thinking.
• If directed by the Director of Nursing, makes the initial evaluation visit and regularly reevaluates the client’s nursing needs.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions, keeping the Director of Nursing updated on the revisions.
• Provides those services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skill.
• Initiates appropriate preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes and summaries of care.
• Informs the Director of Nursing, physician and other personnel of changes in the client’s condition and needs.
• Counsels the client and family in meeting nursing and related needs.
• Assists in the development of organization goals. Administers agency policies and procedures.
• Assists the Director of Nursing with assessing the competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety of a client’s care.
• Supervises, educates and coaches other nursing personnel, as directed by the Director of Nursing.
• Provides information to be used for statistics, reports and records for purposes of evaluation and reporting of organization activities.
• Affirms proper maintenance of clinical records in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• Affirms compliance with all local, state and federal laws
• Identifies and participates in agency performance improvement activities.
• Stays informed about changes in the field of nursing and home health care. Shares information with appropriate organization personnel.
• Promotes home health referrals in the health care community.
• Provides assistance with daily tasks, including but not limited to: feeding, hoyer lift, bathing, dressing, meal preparation, linen changes, and light housekeeping.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current unencumbered licensure to practice professional nursing in Wisconsin.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience preferred
• Possess exceptional nursing assessment skills
• Comply with accepted professional standards of practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to deal tactfully with clients, staff and community.
• Case management skills are a plus
• Licensed driver with reliable transportation
• Auto insurance in accordance with the organization’s requirements if transporting clients
• Ensures confidentiality and security of the client’s medical information (HIPAA)
• Ability to work on weekends, nights and holidays is a plus
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and communicate effectively
• Understands regulatory compliance
• State requirement for the franchise location
• Federal regulations including but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA
• Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds